Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the dearth of women in political office. To celebrate Women's History Month she digs into the momentum behind the pink wave, chats up Philly's history making Controller and a millenial queen maker who training women to get elected. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and ou...
Mar 11, 2018•36 min
Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about youth leading the way for gun control following the Parkland mass shooting. Gregg also chats with an 8-year-old girl who's defying the odds of her deadly brain cancer diagnosis and a KYW Black History Month GameChanger. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pr...
Mar 04, 2018•21 min
Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the school to prison pipeline as the guests discuss some of the latest innovations being employed in Philadelphia classrooms. Also, discussion with Wilco Electronic Systems about recent sale of certain assets to Comcast and celebrating a KYW GameChanger. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more abo...
Feb 27, 2018•34 min
Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about LOVE in Flashpoint's inaugural Valentine's Week show. Statitics show "love" is the number one reason to get married, yet fewer Americans are taking the plunge. Also, discussions of open marriage and self care. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vis...
Feb 18, 2018•40 min
Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the city of Philadelphia's reaction to some fans "celebrating" the Eagles' SuperBowl win with vandalism. Black Lives Matter Philadelphia called the response a "double standard." Activists, police and an attorney weighs in. Ex-juvenile lifer Kempis Songster goes to to the Super Bowl and a GameChanger with VOICE gets honored. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omny...
Feb 11, 2018•35 min
Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the city of Philadelphia's battle against opioid addiction and the decision to open safe injection sites. Eagles head chaplain Rev. Herb Lusk talks about the team's faith for the Super Bowl and KYW GameChanger Cancer Who? gets honored. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data an...
Feb 04, 2018•33 min
Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision that orders Republican lawmakers to redraw current Congressional district maps. The clock is ticking as the February deadline looms. Karl "Dice Raw" Jenkins talks up his new muscial and Queening Mentoring program changes the game. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. T...
Jan 28, 2018•33 min
Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the negotiations on Capitol Hill to create a bill for Dreamers. The clock is ticking and incidiary comments made by President Donald Trump complicated matters. Hear from all sides, learn about a millenial serial entreprenuer and Philadelphia Works. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about lis...
Jan 21, 2018•33 min
Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the #MeToo movement, which was center stage this week at the Golden Globe Awards. Gregg also chats up some of the women behind the 2018 Women's March on Washington as they gear up for their January 20th demonstration. Rev. Gregory Holston, executive director of POWER, explained the causes the clergy-based group is supporting and what they'll be doing on MLK day. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sund...
Jan 14, 2018•32 min
Flashpoint Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about President Donald Trump's new Tax Law, which went into effect this week. She also chats up reformed convict turned million dollar New Jersey business man Tracey Syphax, who got a special gift this Christmas from New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. She also talks to Todd Bernstein regarding the King Day of Service. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omny...
Jan 07, 2018•32 min
Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg takes a look back at some of the best segments of the year. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 31, 2017•22 min
Flashpoint host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the vulnerability of seniors when it comes to fire. She also chats up singer Bobby Hill about his new voice and highlights a young non-profit, Banksgiving, that empowers urban youth. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www...
Dec 24, 2017•32 min
Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the growing use of taking sanctuary in churches to resist deportation. She sits down with advocates from all side to find out how the process works and why faith groups are so willing to defy federal law. Also, the Public Interest Law Center has made headlines with big class actions and the National Marian Anderson Museum is holding its annual Holiday concert. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday...
Dec 17, 2017•32 min
Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the US Supreme Court's decision to allow Travel Ban 3.0 to move forward. She sits down with advocates from all side to get reaction and more. Also, the Pennsylvania Innocence Project has had a banner couple of years exonerating several individuals wrongfully convicted and Impact 100 South Jersey is seeking women investors. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnys...
Dec 10, 2017•34 min
This week on Flashpoint: Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the how to deal with the aftermath of sexual misconduct within an organization, sits down with Philadelphia DA-Elect Larry Krasner to chat about plans for his transition into office and looks at the face of HIV and AIDS in light of World AIDS Day. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio 1060AM. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy infor...
Dec 03, 2017•32 min
Flashpoint Host and KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about the the case of rapper Meek Mill, talks to activist Feminista Jones and finds out more about Camden-based Women of the Dream, Inc. Flashpoint airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ...
Nov 24, 2017•33 min
We discuss the recent vote to dissolve the School Reform Commission, Mary Baxter aka "Isis Tha Savior" helps push policy that would provide more human treatment to women who are pregnant while incarcerated and last a ministry group will hold a special Thanksgiving dinner for those in need. Flashpoint hosted by KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more...
Nov 18, 2017•32 min
We tackle the tough issue of gerrymandering. Newsmaker Michael Froehlich, put out a bounty on "We Buy Houses" signs and the "Change Maker of the Week" is Urban Affairs Coalition, which is gearing up for its annual breakfast. Flashpoint hosted by KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www....
Nov 11, 2017•33 min
This week on Flashpoint: We look at recent revelations of pervasive sexual harassment and abuse in Hollywood, on Wall Street, on Capitol Hill and beyond and the resultant backlash. We also talk Philadelphia Unity Cup and Philly's Men Are Cooking. Flashpoint hosted by KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg airs every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practic...
Nov 03, 2017•32 min
This week on Flashpoint: The issue of the politics of the #TakeAKnee movement. How Amazon's HQ2 in Philly would benefit the average city resident. Finally,a new organization designed to turn Facebook and Twitter rants into political activism. Flashpoint hosted by KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg airs every Sunday at 8:30AM on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audac...
Oct 29, 2017•36 min
This week on Flashpoint: We tackle the issue of racism in Philadelphia's Gayborhood, the Newsmaker for this week is Tiffany Tavares, Vice President and Community Relations Senior Consultant for Wells Fargo and the "Change Maker of the Week" is Tamir Harper, founder and executive director of Urb Ed. Flashpoint hosted by KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg airs every Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listene...
Oct 22, 2017•21 min
This week on Flashpoint: Hate and bias on college campuses, a chat with the new leader of the Philadelphia Police Advisory Commission and an initiative called, "Hoops for Hygiene." Flashpoint hosted by KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg airs every Sunday at 8:30am on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Oct 15, 2017•21 min
This week on Flashpoint:A debate over gun control in the wake of the mass shooting in Las Vegas, Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins works to influence criminal justice reform and the "Change Maker of the Week" is Cheryl Rice, creator of the You Matter Marathon. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoic...
Oct 08, 2017•21 min
This week on Flashpoint with KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg: A debate over the clean up of the infamous Conrail tracks in Kensington. Newsmaker Nancy Brinker, founder of Susan G. Komen and the "Non-Profit of the Week" is Philadelphia OIC. Flashpoint is hosted by KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg. The show airs every Sunday at 8:30AM on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vi...
Oct 01, 2017•21 min
This week on Flashpoint: The debate over police transparency, a new head of the Philadelphia Police Department's homicide unit and preventing financial abuse. Flashpoint is hosted by KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg. The show airs every Sunday at 8:30AM on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https:/...
Sep 24, 2017•21 min
This week on Flashpoint: A debate over the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program; a company is snags nat'l attention for a wearable tech device designed to protect women; last a profile of the founder of Odunde, Inc. Flashpoint is hosted by KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg. The show airs every Sunday at 8:30AM on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.au...
Sep 17, 2017•21 min
This week on Flashpoint KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg and her guests discuss the statue of former Mayor Frank Rizzo. Later Cherri chats with Congressman Dwight Evans about the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. Last she profiles the non-profit organization "Philadelphia Chapter of the National Homicide Justice Alliance". Flashpoint is hosted by KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg. The show airs every Sunday at 8:30AM on KYW Newsradio. See omnystudio.com/policies/listen...
Sep 10, 2017•21 min
The debate is over the line to free speech under the First Amendment. What is the government allowed to do? When does a protest become a crime? KYW community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg talks to Asa Khalif of Black Lives Matter Phila., Mary Catherine Roper, of Pa. ACLU and Paula Peebles of the Pa. Chapter of the Nat'l Action Network. In the newsmaker segment, Philly's new Interim District Attorney, Kelley Hodge and the non-profit of the week segment highlights Made Man, Inc. Flashpoint is host...
Sep 03, 2017•21 min
This week on Flashpoint- Race Under the Trump Administration is the topic of debate. LaSalle University sociologist Charles Gallagher and businessman and Trump Supporter Calvin Tucker talk about some of the recent policies making headlines under the new administration, including upcoming DOJ investigations of college adminissions. Other guests include Shondell Revell, the new director of the Mayor's Office of Violence Prevention and Kalphonse and Milan Morris of the Urban Art Gallery. Flashpoint...
Aug 27, 2017•20 min
